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PRINTWhen’s the Best Day to Wean?
Over the years, various peoples and traditions have established what they believe to be the most opportune times to perform specific tasks. Some of these times are based on Moon phases, and other are based on the sign of the Zodiac that the Moon is in.
One “rule” for weaning is to do it when the Moon is the signs of Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces. These signs rule the thighs, knees, ankles, and feet, and the dates listed in the Farmers’ Almanac are based on this rule. Many people have consulted the dates for weaning a variety of animals, and have had great success.
Weaning a human baby is a more complicated process, and every child is different. Though we do list best days to wean, and encourage parents to try the dates listed, we recommend that you do what’s best for you child when weaning him or her from a bottle.
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Jessica, you can find those dates here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/calendar/best-days/parenting/
I have taken 6 children off the bootle by going by the signs being in the knees. YOU NEED 3 BACK TO BACK DAYS. Put all bottles out of sight and just use a sippy cup. They never wanted their bottles again. I am getting ready to take my grandson’s bottle but onkly found 1 day in Feb. where the signs are in place and he will not turn 1 until the first week of Feb.
Is there a good time to try and
Potty train
Nikki, I’m not sure what you mean by “nothing comes up.” We have a whole separate calender just for weaning and potty training. You can find it here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/calendar/best-days/parenting/
December’s dates are the December 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th, 27th, 28th, 29th, 30th, and 31st.
I tried to check the links for weaning a ba y from breastfeeding but nothing comes up. Can you tell me the dates from now and on? Thank you for your help
sjwood, You’ll find our weaning dates here: http://www.farmersalmanac.com/calendar/best-days/parenting/
when is the best time to wean a baby from a bottle?
Lisa,
I think once you start something like that, it’s best to stick with it. Otherwise you might confuse him and make the transition even harder.
I weaned my son from his pacifier last wednesday, november 2, 2011. It has been one week now and he is an emotional wreck (he was 2 in July). I am wondering about the signs for weaning and what it was that day. Should I give it back to him and try again when the signs are different?
Debbie,
Our Best Days are based on the phase and position of the Moon.
why is October 31,2011, not a good weaning date for calves when October 28, 29 & 30 are, and, November 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7th are? thank you.
Hi Mindy,
Here you go! http://www.farmersalmanac.com/calendar/best-days/parenting/
When would be the best time to wean a child from a pacifier? Also, when would be the best time to begin potty training? This is my first child and all this is new to me. But, I have heard from others that it really works when you go by the signs. Are there any articles that explain this in more detail for me? Thanks!
Hi Beth – Here’s a link to the Best Days to Wean.
My colt foaled April 4, 2010 and I would like to know the best time (October) to wean him. Thanks Beth
Hi Marci – Here’s the link:Best Days to Wean
When is the best time to wean a colt from the mare?
Hi Betty – Please visit our Zodiac Chart and also see our Best Days to Quit Smoking as well. Hope this info helps!
I have been told a person can quit smoking lots easier when the ‘signs are in the legs’. Can you tell me how I find out where the signs are? How is this done?
There is a belief that when you need surgery you should consider dates when the moon is past the zodiac sign that rules that part of the body affected (the
zodiac sign that rules the teeth is Capricorn). During such times,
that part of the body is more resistant to infection, and will heal more
rapidly. The further removed the moon is from the sign ruling the
afflicted part of the body, the better.
Thus according to this if the moon was in the signs of the knees (capricorn) it would be good (of course we also suggest you have your wisdom teeth removed when your doctor/dentist advises). The next time this happens will be April 6-8th.
You follow the signs of the moon on page 93 of the 2010 Farmers’ Almanac.
When is the best time to have your wisdom teeth removed.
My parents suggested when the signs were in the knees.
When will that be?
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